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No. 6 Cinema

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An independent cinema in Portsmouth, England, currently operating from a temporary venue at the University of Portsmouth's Eldon Building.

Last updated September 29, 2026

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Overview

No. 6 Cinema is an independent cinema based in Portsmouth, England. It is known for screening a curated programme of films, including independent, international and classic titles, and for hosting community and educational events. According to its official website, the cinema is currently operating from a temporary home at the Eldon Building of the University of Portsmouth while its usual home at Portsmouth's Historic Dockyard is being refurbished. The venue describes itself as developing a cosy film club-like atmosphere at the Eldon Building, with regular attendees. Its programme has included screenings such as 'Rocky', 'Sirat' and student film screenings from the University of Portsmouth. The cinema also maintains a newsletter and posts news updates on its website. Wikidata describes No. 6 Cinema simply as a cinema in Portsmouth, England. No founding date, ownership structure or parent company is provided in the available evidence.

History

No. 6 Cinema is an independent cinema located in Portsmouth, England. Its usual home is at Portsmouth's Historic Dockyard, but according to its official website, that venue is currently being refurbished, and the cinema has moved to a temporary home at the Eldon Building of the University of Portsmouth. The cinema's programme includes a mix of classic films, independent and international cinema, and student screenings. For example, its website highlights screenings of 'Rocky', 'Sirat' and University of Portsmouth Film Student Screenings. The cinema also maintains a newsletter and posts news updates. In a news post dated 1 December, it describes its Eldon Building residency as developing a cosy film club-like atmosphere with regulars. Another post dated 17 November notes that at the temporary home, licensing rules limit screenings of new films. No founding date, ownership details or parent company are provided in the available evidence.

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Independent community cinema with a film club atmosphere.

  • Rocky

    A small-time Philadelphia boxer gets a supremely rare chance to fight the world heavyweight champion in a bout in which he strives to go the distance for his self-respect.

  • Sirat

    A father, accompanied by his young son, goes looking for his missing daughter in the North African desert. Subtitles.

  • University of Portsmouth Film Student Screenings

    Celebrating the talent of third year Film Industries and Media students from The University of Portsmouth.

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